1990 Volvo Wia Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1990 Volvo Wia problems

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Exterior lighting: tail lights: switchReported September 9, 2002 · 5,532 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.
Risk: It may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
Remedy: Dealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. Owner notification began october 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.

Recall number 02V238000 · Recall details

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assemblyReported January 21, 2000 · 3,633 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with fontaine fifth wheel assemblies, models sl5wms6125, sl5wms7125, sl5wms8125, sl5wms9125, sl5wms10125, sl5apm6125, sl5apm7125, slapm8125, sl5apm9125, sl5apm10125, sl5wms-d, sl5apm-d, and sl5bps-d. Improper installation of the fifth wheel assembly can cause cracking of the fifth wheel mounting plate.
Risk: Under the trailer loading, the mounting plate could eventually fail due to fatigue.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the mounting plates that are cracked.

Recall number 00V019001 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 1990 Volvo Wia reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1990 Volvo Wia.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 Volvo Wia?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1990 Volvo Wia have?

2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and trailer hitches.

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